JoAnne (nee. Tadajewski) Lesney

JoAnne (nee. Tadajewski) Lesney, of Mesick and formerly Dearborn Heights, passed away peacefully in the care of her loving family on July 17, 2011. She was 73. Born November 24, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan, JoAnne was the first of two children born to parents Paul and Wanda (nee. Zawacki) Tadajewski. The Tadajewski family grew with the addition of JoAnne\'s younger brother Richard. Paul and Wanda raised their children in Detroit. While attending a neighborhood party, JoAnne met the young Jerry Lesney. Soon their courtship began and the two fell in love. Jerry and JoAnne were married on June 20, 1959 at St. Peter and Paul Church in Detroit. The Lesney\'s were blessed by the birth of their daughter Linda and their son Craig. JoAnne was a dedicated wife to Jerry and a caring mother to Linda and Craig. The family was known for their elaborate holiday and all-occasion parties. The festivities continued as the family grew; Linda married David Nowak and their family made JoAnne the proud grandma of Amanda, Dana and Emily; JoAnne was thankful for the love shared between Craig and JB. The extended Lesney family, though few in numbers, is strong in spirit. JoAnne developed her career at NailCo & HairCo as a sales specialist. She was ever dedicated and so passionate about her expertise that she was often awarded by her company. She was very proud to work with NailCo & HairCo and was always humbled by the frequent recognitions. She retired after seven years with the company. In retirement, Jerry and JoAnne came to Mesick, Michigan where they made their dream home. â€˜Gramps Camps\' on ten acres of Christmas trees was made special by JoAnne\'s gardens and statues. Jerry and JoAnne loved their home in Mesick where they hosted family, friends and neighbors. In addition to, Col. Gerald â€œJerryâ€ Lesney, her beloved husband of 52 years. JoAnne is survived by her daughter Linda (David) Nowak and son Craig (Jan Barksdale) Lesney; granddaughters Amanda Mae, Dana Marie and Emily Anne; brother Richard (Barbara) Tadajewski; nieces Laura Woodall and Amy (Ian) Switalski. JoAnne is also survived by her dear canine companion Toby, her extended family and a host of dear friends who mourn her passing and give thanks to God for her life among them. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, July 21, 2011 at the Peterson Funeral Home in Cadillac with Deacon James Siler officiating. Friends meet the family from 3 - 8 PM Wednesday at the Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com

JoAnne (nee. Tadajewski) Lesney

November 24, 1937 - July 17, 2011